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W401 CJW

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,347 mi
Last recorded18,347 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW401 CJW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 18,347 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 18,156 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 17,595 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 17,595 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 17,487 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 17,127 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 17,003 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 17,003 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 16,664 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 16,552 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

fan belt worn

Fail 25 Apr 2019 16,509 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

fuel cap sealing ring cracking

Pass 17 May 2018 16,122 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 16,113 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 15,888 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 15,703 miles

fan belt worn

Pass 24 Apr 2015 15,138 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,971 miles

damage to windscreen but not affecting drivers veiw of the road

Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,490 miles

screen damaged but not affecting drivers view

Pass 16 Apr 2012 12,878 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 12,541 miles

slight free play in nearside lower suspension swivel ball joint

stud missing down pipe to manifold

Pass 23 Apr 2010 12,015 miles

exhaust down pipe would benefit from attention(stud missing)

slight binding in rear brakes(further attention recommended)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 11,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust down pipe would benefit from attention(stud missing)

Pass 9 May 2009 11,007 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 9,453 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 4,663 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 4,507 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 3,950 miles

bit of play in both front wheel bearings

front windsreen wipers not clearing the screen very well

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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W401 CJW is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 39,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W401 CJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 26 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W401 CJW registered?

W401 CJW is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W401 CJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W401 CJW shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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